Special Needs Advisory Council

 Please join us for the first SNAC (Special Needs Advisory Council) meeting of the school year! The Special Needs Advisory Council (SNAC) is a group of parents, district staff, and community professionals working together for the continuous improvement of the CHCCS Exceptional Children's program. Our purpose is to influence district policy on EC issues and promote inclusion in our schools. If your child currently has (or recently had) an IEP or a 504 plan, is medically fragile, or has learning differences, then it is in your interest to get involved with SNAC.

 

SNAC meets monthly during the school year and everyone is welcome. Learn about special education issues, find out the latest news from the CHCCS EC Department, and meet other caregivers. The first meeting will be an overview of what SNAC is, ways to become involved, and how it benefits your child. Spanish interpretation will be available.

 

When:  Thursday, October 9, 2014

Time:  6pm during the EC Parent Night

Where:  Smith Middle School

 

To learn more about SNAC, visit our websiteand “like” us onFacebook.

CHS SNAC Reps- Maria Romano and Cathy Feole

A Message from Principal LaVerne Mattocks for the week of September 15 - 19

A message from CARRBORO HIGH SCHOOL

 This is Principal LaVerne Mattocks with updates for Carrboro High School families. Since the accountability measures have received approval from the State Board of Education, Carrboro High School is pleased to announce that our school Exceeded Expected Growth. We are hopeful that the upward trend in all measures of student success continues and we thank you for the role you've played in supporting both our students' and teachers' hard work. 

(1) Students, please note this week we will have Smart Lunch only on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, due to the specialized schedules on Thursday, September 18, and Friday, September 19. Remember to speak with your teachers and refer to the Smart Lunch activity schedule to plan accordingly.
(2) Wednesday, September 17, Carrboro High School hosts Open House/Back to School Night beginning at 6:00.  There will be a brief welcome in the auditorium before parents are able to follow their child's schedule to visit classrooms and meet teachers.  We hope everyone is able to attend! 
(3)Thursday, September 18, is a Delayed Opening Day for all CHCCS schools.  Carrboro High School students should report to bus stops and school two-hours later than usual.  For consistency across the district, Carrboro High School will operate on the same Delayed Opening Schedule as in past years.  
(4) Friday, September 19, Carrboro High School will follow the same Friday Following Delayed Opening Class Schedule with a slight modification in the afternoon to host Jaguar Jump-In.  Student clubs and organizations (during Jaguar Jump-In) will have information tables and exhibits to inform all students of the opportunities at Carrboro High School.  

If you have questions about any of these announcements, please contact the main office at (919) 918-2200. 
Thank you for all your support and continued cooperation. 

CHS Theatre Department Hosts After-School Dance Classes

The CHS Theatre Department will offer a 6-week Dance for the Actor class after school in the Blackbox Theater. This will be followed by Tap for the Actor class. Each session runs 6 weeks and is $30 ($5/class) or $60 for both. Tap shoes are a requirement for Tap for the Actor and can be purchased through Ms. Stegall.  
We are working to determine the best time and day for students.  Please email jagtheatre@gmail.com ASAP if interested.

Principal Mattocks' Message for the week of September 8 - 12

Hello. This is Principal LaVerne Mattocks with important updates for Carrboro High School families. We appreciate the feedback we've received regarding the first two weeks of school and the structural changes for 2014-2015. As always, we will consider all the input we receive as we evaluate the impact of changes aimed at improving our student outcomes.

Announcements for the week:

(1) Thank you CHS Jaguars for your attention to the cleanliness of your Commons Cafe area. There is a noticeable improvement in the number of students responsibly clearing their own tables. Tomorrow, CHS Smart Lunch enters a new phase. We will not have mandatory sessions following fourth period classes. Students can, however, choose to attend the following on Monday, September 8: -Intramural Sports interest meeting in the gym during both lunches, -Quiet Room in the auditorium during both lunches, -English tutorials during A-lunch, -CTE tutorials during B-lunch, and, -Math tutorials with NHS Peer tutoring options during B-lunch. Seniors with approved passes may begin off-campus lunch as well. For more details and information about student options, speak with teachers, administrators, or guidance counselors.

(2) Thursday, September 11, the CHS PTSA will meet at 8:00 am in the Media Center. Last year was a banner year in terms of PTSA support for faculty, staff, and students. We are seeking to increase our membership and participation even more this year. We look forward to this year's first meeting.

(3) "EC Welcome Back to School Night", hosted by the CHS Special Education Department will be held on Wednesday, September 17, at 5:00 pm in the CHS Media Center. This will be an opportunity to meet the Special Education Department and learn more about the programs CHS offers our EC students. If you have any questions, contact Margaret Maternowski, EC Program Facilitator, at 919-918-2200 x.25031.

(4) Wednesday, September 17, CHS Open House/Back to School Night begins at 6:00 pm. The night is designed for parents to briefly meet CHS teachers and gain insight on the academic expectations for 2014-2015. We hope everyone can attend!

(5) Please remember to regularly visit your CHS Website at chs.chccs.k12.nc.us. You will find a calendar of public events, contact information, and interesting stories. We are continually designing the website to improve overall communication and awareness of all the great things happening at our school. Take a minute to explore the CHS Website soon. Thank you for your continued support. We're off to a great start at CHS and we look forward to working with you throughout the year. Have a good evening.